PA required in S Norfolk to assist partially paralysed young man up to 10hrs p/w £14.73p/h - No[...]

UKCIL Ltd; Norwich; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Personal Assistant to support a young man with partial paralysis. This rewarding role involves assisting with daily personal care, meal preparation, and providing companionship to enhance his quality of life. You will play a crucial part in his recovery journey while ensuring his dignity and privacy are respected. If you are flexible, reliable, and have a caring disposition, this opportunity allows you to make a real difference in someone's life while enjoying a supportive work environment. Join us in creating a positive impact through dedicated care and companionship.

Benefits

Annual holiday entitlement

Free annual training

Satisfactory DBS check covered by employer

Qualifications

• Experience in personal care and support for individuals with complex needs.
• Ability to provide companionship and engage in recreational activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care tasks including dressing, washing, and using toilet facilities.
• Provide companionship and participate in hobbies and social activities.

Skills

Personal care assistance

Cooking and meal preparation

Companionship and mental stimulation

Medication management

Emergency response

Flexible working hours

Job description

PA required in S Norfolk to assist partially paralysed young man up to 10hrs p/w £14.73p/h - Norwich - NR14

Job Purpose:
I am a partially paralysed young man who is looking for someone to provide me with support with day-to-day tasks, hobbies and social activities. I am determined to have the best chance of recovery and the best quality of life and you would be helping me towards achieving this goal.

Location: South Norfolk, NR14

Details:

1. Assisting in all matters of personal care, including, dressing/undressing, washing, bathing and using toilet facilities
2. Assisting with the preparation, cooking and serving of meals, snacks and drinks
3. Carrying out general housework as required, including changing beds, laundry, ironing, tidying and light cleaning duties
4. Providing companionship and mental stimulation, including participating in activities as required by the service user, including games, hobbies or other recreational activities
5. Providing a chaperone service to drive the service user to appointments, day trips, outings, shopping or any other general errands outside the home
6. Encouraging and overseeing the management of any medication or administering such medication where necessary and required
7. Monitoring of health-related conditions such as diet and fluids, keeping records where required
8. Ensuring relevant notes, information and records are kept and maintained and handovers are duly carried out to pass on relevant information where necessary
9. Responding to any emergency within a timely and efficient manner
10. Reporting progress and any concerns to parents

Duties of the PA/Care Assistant may vary depending on daily needs and routines.

Person specification
Essential:

1. Flexible approach to shifts, may include a requirement to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays
2. Respect for individual dignity and privacy and taking my complex needs into account
3. Personal car with appropriate insurance
4. Reliable, regular attendance

Desirable:

1. Friendly and good humoured

Summary terms and conditions:

1. Rate of pay for this position is £14.73 per hour
2. Hours and times of work: up to 10 hours per week, exact days and times to be advised in advance
3. Annual holiday entitlement for this position will be equivalent to the work I would normally expect to be done during 5.6 consecutive weeks
4. This position requires the employee to complete the following free annual training: GDPR, Health and Safety, First Aid, COSHH, Moving and Handling, Personal Care, Risk Assessment

Post is subject to the following:

1. A satisfactory enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which will be covered by the employer
2. Satisfactory references from two referees, one of which must be your current or last employer
3. Completion of a satisfactory probationary period of 3 months